Job Openings

Careers at the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy are rewarding in more ways than one. While working at the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, including at Fallingwater, you’ll experience an unusually deep sense of accomplishment, pride and camaraderie with other like-minded professionals.

Café Team Member – Full Time

Fallingwater (Mill Run, PA)

Fallingwater, a property entrusted to the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy and designated as a National Historic Landmark and inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is seeking a Café Team Member to provide excellent customer service by waiting on customers, helping in the preparation and presentation of food, and maintaining a clean and stocked facility. 

Job Duties

  • Ensures proper set up and follows open procedures of the Café.
  • Sets up pastry display.
  • Preps, cooks and plates items for Café service to specification; will sometimes assist in other culinary functions as needed.
  • Waits on customers and operates the sales register, accurate cash handling responsibilities included.
  • Assists in maintaining inventory and monitoring shortages.
  • Assists the sous chef or executive chef as needed.
  • Supports the Conservancy’s cost containment and fundraising efforts and needs, as applicable.
  • Performs additional duties and responsibilities as needed

Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Must be able to stand for up to eight hours
  • Must be able to bend, move and lift up to 40lbs
  • Ability to work with dangerous equipment, including knives, slicers and ovens
  • Frequent bending and stooping
  • Work in a hot environment, sometimes with/near open flame
  • To be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with food preparation, cooking service and preparation
  • Excellent customer service and organizational skills
  • Some experience handling cash and performing sales transactions preferred 
  • Ability to multitask and work under pressure.
  • Must be able to work evenings, weekends, holidays and be flexible with schedule and hours.

Location

This position's primary location(s): Fallingwater (Mill Run, PA)

Position Duration

This is a full-time hourly, seasonal position with benefits.

Pay

Pay range: $16.78 – $17.85 per hour

Application Process

Please send a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to wpcjobs@paconserve.org and list Café Team Member – Full-Time in the subject line.

Application Deadline

Until filled

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Community and Riparian Forestry Outreach Coordinator

Juniata & Potomac Region Conservation Office (Hollidaysburg)

The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy is seeking an individual to fill the position of Community & Riparian Forestry Outreach Coordinator. This position is the lead staff person for coordinating and executing all tree planting and tree maintenance events, and for building and maintaining strong, effective partnerships among community members, non-profits, and public sector partners. The person in this position will report directly to the Watershed Manager of Chesapeake Bay and Community Forestry Project Manager.  

WPC has been dedicated to protecting and restoring the region’s exceptional natural places since 1932. As a member-based nonprofit organization, we work in cities and towns across Western Pennsylvania and rely on the help of thousands of members, partners and volunteers. We are making a difference in our region’s water, land and life. We do this work for the benefit of wildlife and people who call Western Pennsylvania home, and for future generations. 

Job Duties

Tree Planting Coordination 

  • Coordinates staffing and volunteer needs for each tree planting event and works with WPC staff and partner organizations on the planting schedule for each season.  
  • Responsible for overseeing the monitoring and ordering of tools and supplies and procuring needed materials for each planting and maintenance season. 
  • Develops planting plans for riparian restoration projects. 
  • Coordinates all of the logistics of volunteer events with community contacts, WPC staff, and partners. Manages the volunteer registration process for tree planting and tree maintenance events, including coordinating event listings and promotion with WPC communications staff. 
  • Coordinates ongoing communication to ensure follow-up tree maintenance activities are in place. This includes developing seasonal maintenance plans in collaboration with the community forester and watershed manager and overseeing maintenance activities undertaken in the field by staff, interns/fellows, and volunteers. 
  • Participates in field assessment and data collection related to current and innovative riparian restoration practices and work with WPC staff on riparian watershed conservation-related issues as needed. 

Education and Outreach 

  • Assists with community forestry and TreeVitalize education initiatives with WPC education staff.   
  • Promotes watershed and riparian best management practices through outreach to PA landowners and stakeholders, with a focus in central Pennsylvania, including providing technical assistance and assist in identifying appropriate funding sources for implementation projects on their properties. 
  • Works with WPC communications staff to develop outreach materials and programmatic signage. 
  • Develops and provides presentations for partners, the public, and other stakeholder groups. 
  • Represents WPC for the Tree Tender training programs. 
  • Coordinates workshops, orientation sessions for fellows, interns, and new staff, and community information meetings.

Data 

  • Coordinates with respective staff to manage project data for WPC’s community & riparian forestry projects, including GIS data collection using GIS software, and management for community forestry work. 
  • Tracks all metrics related to program implementation including number of trees planted, volunteer numbers, grant matching data, trees maintained, participant attendance at special events, and other relevant program data as needed.  

Coordinating Staff and Interns 

  • Assists with the coordination of community and watershed forestry staff and interns in collaboration with the watershed manager of Chesapeake Bay & community forestry project manager. 
  • Leads staff and partner field work assignments related to WPC’s community forestry work, particularly tree planting and tree maintenance event staffing.  
  • Coordinates and organizes ongoing trainings for community forestry staff. 

Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted. 
  • Physical stamina for manual labor working outdoors in uneven terrain in a variety of adverse, weather conditions to plant and maintain tree seedlings, and potential for other outdoor tasks. 
  • Ability to wade in flowing water. 
  • Ability to transition between office work and field work. 
  • Ability to sit, bend, and stand for 8+ hours a day. 
  • Requires stooping, kneeling, crawling, turning, and reaching overhead, at, and below eye level. There may be full range of body motion for extended periods of time. 

Qualifications

  • Leadership experience, including the ability to cultivate a positive work environment among a diverse group of staff and partners. 
  • Strong interest in community forestry and urban environmental work 
  • Knowledge of riparian forest buffer restoration, planting plans, implementation, and maintenance techniques. 
  • Experience with staff and volunteer coordination 
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to help communicate WPC’s project goals and procedures to a variety of constituents, including colleagues, community members, government agency staff, and vendors 
  • Ability to work independently on complex tasks 
  • Proficiency with all Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, PowerPoint, and Excel; willingness to learn other software programs as needed. 
  • Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle within Pennsylvania; valid driver’s license, willing to travel extensively and throughout the Commonwealth.  
  • To be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field—environmental studies, forestry, natural resource management, etc. 
  • 1-2 years of work experience with similar responsibilities, including project and volunteer coordination, community outreach, municipal official engagement, and data management  
  • Certificate in GIS  
  • Proficiency with GIS software or ability to learn 
  • International Society for Arboriculture (ISA) certification for Pennsylvania or ability to acquire within two years 
  • Experience developing and producing educational materials, including working with graphic designers and printers  
  • Experience with training staff and coordinating staff assignments 
  • Working knowledge of PA native trees and plants, and a good working knowledge of the region’s invasive species is desirable. 
  • Strong organizational and planning skills and the ability to handle a variety of tasks simultaneously.  Must be detail-oriented and have the ability to effectively and consistently coordinate projects. 
  • Flexibility in work schedule, which can include long hours, evenings, and overnight travel as needed.   

Location

This position's primary location(s): Juniata & Potomac Region Conservation Office (Hollidaysburg)

Position Duration

This is a full-time opportunity, which includes a robust benefits package. 

Pay

$50,000 annually

Application Process

Please send a cover letter, resume and referral source (how did you hear about this position?) to wpcjobs@paconserve.org and list Community & Riparian Forestry Outreach Coordinatorin the subject line. 

Application Deadline

Until filled

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Sous Chef

Fallingwater (Mill Run, PA)

Fallingwater, a property entrusted to the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy and designated as a National Historic Landmark and inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional as its new Sous Chef. An iconic museum destination with an international audience, Fallingwater offers its visitors an unparalleled experience and upholds the highest industry standards in customer service and hospitality. The Sous Chef plays a key role in upholding those standards by acting as the assistant to the Executive Chef. Duties include supervising the café staff at the Fallingwater Visitor Center, directing food preparation, helping with menu creation and meal design and assisting with special events. Our organization strives to operate as sustainably as possible and knowledge in sustainable food practices is preferred. Our ideal candidate is a creative, talented team leader that is passionate about participating in the creation of delicious seasonal food.

Job Duties

  • Works directly with Executive Chef in all aspects of running a food service operation including organization, paperwork, cooking, employee training and supervision, inventorying, cleaning, menu production, and special event catering.
  • Assists in the development of seasonal menus and meal design and develops new menu options based on seasonal change and customer demand.
  • Assists in monitoring inventory at both Café and Kitchen.  Assists Executive Chef in ordering food and supplies as needed.
  • Supervises Cafe staff, plans and schedules daily food production and foodservice sanitation, as directed by Executive Chef.  
  • Assists Executive Chef in training new hires and existing staff, including training on continuing compliance with food service regulations, and in overall Café cleaning and maintenance.
  • Upholds Fallingwater’s sustainability standards and meets all requirements of certification with theGreen Restaurant Association and Sustainable Pittsburgh Restaurants.
  • Ensures that cash control measures in the Cafe are followed.
  • Oversees general Cafe cleaning and maintenance to ensure aesthetic standards are maintained.
  • Assists with customer complaints and difficult customers.
  • Supports the Conservancy’s cost containment and fundraising efforts and needs, as applicable and directed by the Executive Chef.
  • Performs additional duties and responsibilities as requested.

Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
  • Ability to regularly reach with hands and arms and talk or hear while performing job duties
  • Ability to sit for extended periods while prepping food; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and climb or balance
  • Ability to stand for extended periods throughout the work day, as well as stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
  • Ability to work in an environment with moderate to high noise level
  • Ability to work in an environment with exposure to fumes and vibrations
  • Ability to drive a motor vehicle 

Qualifications

  • Minimum of two years of formal culinary/foodservice management training or commensurate experience; minimum of two years of culinary preparation experience; minimum two years of culinary management experience in similar volume operation with comparable duties and responsibilities.
  • Must be well versed in a wide variety of cooking skills, techniques and possess a knowledge of food presentation.
  • Must have or be able to obtain current certifications and licenses required by local, state, and/or Federal guidelines for food production management.
  • Must be able to successfully complete training to be ServSafe certified through the National Restaurant Association.
  • Knowledge in sustainable food practices is preferred.
  • Proven skills as a strong team player with some experience supervising employees and with professional kitchen organization is required.
  • Must be able to work weekends and holidays, be able to work overtime as necessary, and show flexibility with scheduling and hours.
  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, staff, customers, and general public.
  • Proficiency with MS Office software and experience with POS systems required. 
  • Valid driver’s license required.
  • To be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with food preparation, cooking service and preparation
  • Good customer service and organizational skills
  • Some experience handling cash
  • Some knowledge of food preparation and presentation
  • Must be able to work evenings, weekends, holidays and be flexible with schedule and hours 

Location

This position's primary location(s): Fallingwater (Mill Run, PA)

Position Duration

This is a full-time, seasonal position with benefits.

Pay

The pay range of this position is $25.05-$28.32 an hour. Please include pay requirements, as employment offer will commensurate with experience.

Application Process

To apply, please send a letter and resume to wpcjobs@paconserve.org and list Sous Chef in the subject line.

Application Deadline

Until filled

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Vice President, Government and Community Relations

Headquarters - Pittsburgh Office (Pittsburgh, PA)

The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy is seeking an individual to fill the position of Vice President for Government and Community Relations in our Pittsburgh office.

This is a high-level and important leadership position for the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy (WPC), one of the largest land trusts in the nation, with a range of conservation programs and ownership of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater.  This position is over government and community relations: inclusive of all programs of the Conservancy, community greening and natural heritage programs.

The VP of Government and Community Relations leads and oversees the development and continuation of strategic partnerships and strong relationships with representatives of government agencies and elected officials at the local, state and federal level to achieve WPC’s mission across all WPC programs. This includes influencing responsible conservation policies and securing government grants and contracts at an annual level of around $11 million, representing approximately one third of WPC’s total operating revenue. This position reports directly to the President and Chief Executive Officer.

In addition, and as described below, the VP also directly leads and provides administrative oversight for two primary program areas of WPC’s work: community greening (urban and community forestry, perennial/annual gardens, bioswales and green infrastructure, downtown planters, downtown hanging baskets, and other greening work) and the Natural Heritage program to protect threatened and endangered species and their communities, often in relation to climate issues, where government partnerships and funding are integral to successfully meeting annual program objectives.

Natural Heritage Program

The VP directly leads WPC’s Natural Heritage Program, which works closely with the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, the PA Game Commission, the PA Fish and Boat Commission and in close collaboration with the National Fish and Wildlife Service to provide statewide scientific information and expertise to support the conservation of the state’s biological diversity.  In part, this work is carried out through inventories, studies and the management of a central database of information for land use project planning purposes. The VP provides oversight to annually develop a balanced budget for the Natural Heritage Program of approximately $4 million and regularly monitors revenue and expense to ensure a balanced budget. While annual revenue is primarily derived through government grants and contracts, the VP also works to secure private funding for special projects in close coordination with WPC’s Institutional Advancement staff. The VP ensures that the work of the Natural Heritage Program is closely interconnected with the work of WPC’s program areas of land conservation and stewardship, watershed conservation and community greening to fully maximize WPC’s mission. The VP also ensures that WPC’s communication to staff is regularly updated on various projects to enable effective reporting to the WPC membership, the media and the general public.

Community Greening Program

The VP directly leads all aspects of WPC’s community greening work including community forestry tree plantings and other related activities, community flower and vegetable gardens, floral planters and hanging baskets in business districts, storm water mitigation projects, school grounds greening, a diverse volunteer force, and ecological surveys and implementation projects aimed at helping communities and public parks achieve effective greening approaches. The VP oversees developing and maintaining working relationships with local government agencies and authorities, elected officials, community leaders, local groups and citizens of all ages and all walks of life. The VP develops the Annual Community Greening Action Plan with emphasis on implementing projects in underserved communities and integration of the Community Greening priorities with the objectives of other WPC program areas in keeping with WPC’s Strategic Plan. The VP ensures that greening projects are carried out in conjunction with effective community outreach and engagement, and with optimum efficiency and effectiveness. The VP develops the annual budget for all Community Greening projects of approximately $4 million and regularly monitors revenue and expense to ensure breakeven results. The VP directly oversees securing funds from government grant programs, business sponsorships, foundations and individuals to ensure sufficient revenue to meet project expenses. For business/corporate, foundation and individual funding, the VP works closely with WPC’s Institutional Advancement staff.

Job Duties

Annually develops and implements the Government Relations and Policy Action Plan in keeping with WPC’s Strategic Plan.

Develops strategic local, state, and federal government relationships and partnerships to advance public conservation funding opportunities with emphasis on executive leadership of the agencies key to achieving WPC’s mission.

Secures federal, state and local funding for all WPC programs to advance WPC’s conservation mission and objectives.

Convenes regular meetings with staff across programs to plan for specific government grant application rounds to secure project funding.

Heads WPC’s sustainability committee and leads sustainability efforts.

Ensures appropriate grant application requirements are met such as authorizing board resolutions and timely internal review of applications.

Identifies new sources of local, state and federal government funding and proactively assists staff in matching opportunities with project needs and submission of grant applications.

Through direct outreach, advances an understanding of WPC’s priority conservation areas with senior government agency officials and elected officials at the local, state and federal levels.

Takes a leadership role in fostering and promoting sound and responsible public policies, by building awareness and engagement of public officials to advance and support conservation and restoration of Western Pennsylvania’s exceptional places.

As needed and in close coordination with the President, facilitates discussions with the Board or its committees to examine and consider specific legislative issues.

Leads and manages staff, consultants and volunteers in advancing government partnership relationships.

Directly oversees all interactions and activities with WPC’s government relations consulting firm representative.

Provides government relations coaching for staff, as needed.

Oversees the management of the Community Greening program including:

  • Ensures all community greening work is keeping with WPC’s mission and objectives.
  • Annually develops and implements the Community Greening Action Plan in keeping with WPC’s Strategic Plan.
  • Ensures prioritization of projects in underserved communities in keeping with WPC’s Strategic Plan.
  • Ensures optimum efficiency, sustainability and effectiveness of the program.
  • Works to meet annual budget revenue needs through fund raising strategies and cost cutting measures.
  • Oversees grant proposals/applications/reports preparation.

 

Oversees the management of the Natural Heritage Program, including:

  • Ensures all heritage work is keeping with WPC’s mission and objectives.
  • Annually develops and implements the Natural Heritage Program Action Plan in keeping with the Strategic Plan.
  • Provides oversight to the Natural Heritage Program to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in operations and major program efforts including biodiversity inventories, studies and management of the central database of information.
  • Oversees the state PA Natural Heritage Program contractual partnership between WPC and governmental agencies.  Manages the contractual role of Natural Heritage staff employed on behalf of government agencies in order to avoid conflicts of interests or appearances of conflicts of interest.
  • Ensures optimum efficiency, sustainability and effectiveness of the program.
  • Ensures adequate funding and cost management strategies.
  • Regularly provides current information on projects and activities to WPC’s Institutional Advancement staff for sharing with WPC members, the media and the general public.

 

Provides regional and national representation of WPC on matters of public policy, community greening, and natural heritage.

Carries out management responsibilities in accordance with the Conservancy’s policies, programs, and procedures. Responsibilities include development and administration of budgetary information; recommending and/or approving staff hiring, changes or actions; ensuring appropriate training and staff development; providing advice and guidance on the more complex aspects of the job; and resolving complaints or related issues.

Regularly reviews programmatic activities, costs, operations, and forecast data to determine progress toward stated goals and objectives.

Confers with executive officers and other administrative personnel to review achievements and discuss required changes in goals or objectives resulting from current status and conditions.

Maintains an effective system of communication throughout programs and across the organization.

Represents and promotes the mission of the Conservancy with donors, members, government officials and the public.

Supports the Conservancy’s cost containment and fundraising efforts and needs, as applicable.

Serves as member of various management committees.

Performs additional duties and responsibilities as required.

Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Communicate, converse, and exchange information in-person, by telephone and remotely
  • Ability to utilize a keyboard
  • Ability to operate standard office equipment
  • Pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds
  • Remain in a stationary seated position for up to 8 hours

Preferred Qualifications

An excellent conservation political strategist, with 8-10 years successful and progressive experience in non-profit management, and/or in federal, local and state policy or government affairs.

A bachelor’s degree is required; a graduate degree, preferably in conservation or a related field, government relations, political science, community affairs or law is desirable but not required.

Significant leadership and managerial experience to manage in a team environment involving planning, new project development, budgeting and assigning/directing projects, resources and people are required.

Must be an excellent public speaker with outstanding written communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire and motivate others.  Knowledge of conservation-based programs, non-profit conservation issues, and WPC’s operations and programs are necessary.

Must have a strong commitment to WPC’s mission

Must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Location

This position's primary location(s): Headquarters - Pittsburgh Office (Pittsburgh, PA)

Position Duration

This is a full-time opportunity which includes a robust benefits package.

Pay

Starting Rate: $162,000 – $196,000. In consideration of advanced qualifications and years of experience, the pay may be higher than this range, as candidate pay will be commensurate with experience.

Application Process

Please send a cover letter, resume, salary expectations, and referral source to wpcjobs@paconserve.org and list Gov/Comm Vice President in the subject line.

Application Deadline

August 31, 2024

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Watershed AmeriCorps Service Members

Watershed Conservation Office (Indiana, PA)

The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy (WPC) seeks two Pennsylvania Mountain Service Corps AmeriCorps Members to serve the Conservancy’s watershed conservation program in Indiana, Pa. for one year. The service members will work under the supervision of and in close coordination with assigned watershed conservation staff to implement a variety of watershed restoration projects and aquatic surveys.

Job Duties

  • Water quality monitoring and assessment
  • Watershed restoration including riparian tree plantings and instream habitat projects
  • Volunteer training
  • Biological survey work focusing on macroinvertebrates, various fish species, freshwater mussels and hellbender salamanders are possible
  • Delivering educational programs to watershed conservation program constituents, including K-12 programs
  • Extensive overnight travel required

Requirements

  • Completion of a bachelor’s degree in biology, watershed science, stream ecology, environmental studies or a related field
  • Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision
  • Proficiency with all Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel
  • Able to travel to various worksites and willing to work some evenings, weekends and overnight trips as needed
  • The ability to conduct field research in remote locations is essential for this position
  • Have a valid driver’s license

Physical Requirements

  • The ability to swim
  • Position requires the ability to traverse rugged terrain while carrying at least 50 pounds of sampling gear in a variety of weather conditions
  • Position requires the ability to assist with strenuous physical duties, including heavy lifting and using hand/power tools to complete construction activities
  • Utilizing keyboarding and fine motor skills
  • Bending, twisting, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds
  • Climbing up and down stairways
  • Sitting, standing and walking for periods in excess of two hours
  • Evenings and weekend hours
  • Ability to meet physical requirements of the job with or without accommodation

Location

This position's primary location(s): Watershed Conservation Office (Indiana, PA)

Position Duration

These are seasonal positions, starting August 20, 2024 and ending August 2, 2025.

Additional Details

This is not an employment opportunity, but rather a National Service AmeriCorps position to serve within the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, which is a designated National Service Site.

Pay

A bi-weekly living stipend of $955 will be provided by Pennsylvania Mountain Service Corps. Upon successful completion of the position, an education award of $7,395 will be earned.

Application Process

Please send a cover letter, resume and references to wpcjobs@paconserve.org and list Watershed AmeriCorps Service Member in the subject line.

Application Deadline

July 19, 2024

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PMSC AmeriCorps Member – WPC Land Stewardship/Bear Run

Bear Run Nature Reserve (Mill Run, PA)

The PMSC AmeriCorps member will serve with Western Pennsylvania Conservancy’s Land Stewardship program to support projects that enhance ecological health, restore natural communities, and provide recreational opportunities at the 5,100-acre Bear Run Nature Reserve and other Conservancy preserves.

Job Duties

The member will be responsible for maintenance of hiking trails and backcountry campsites, invasive plant removal, boundary maintenance, and other land management activities, and will assist with conservation easement monitoring and volunteer workdays.

Requirements

  • Academic requirement – Some college with related coursework in natural resource management or a related field. Extensive practical experience may substitute for academic coursework.
  • Experience requirement – Some outdoor work experience required. Trail work and experience with power equipment (chainsaw and weedwhacker) is preferred. Must be able to work independently and in a group setting. Experience using GPS and GIS applications is preferred but not required.
  • Additional comments –Given the rural location and COVID protocols, the member will be required to have a personal vehicle and valid driver’s license.

Physical Requirements

  • Able to lift 50 lbs
  • Ability to spend extended periods of time in excessive heat and potentially inclement weather and stamina to work long hours hiking through rough, steep terrain

Preferred Qualifications

Trail work and experience with power equipment (chainsaw and weedwhacker) is preferred.

Location

This position's primary location(s): Bear Run Nature Reserve (Mill Run, PA)

Position Duration

November 12, 2024 – August 2, 2025 (675 hours total); the member must attend an orientation meeting on November 8, 2024.

Pay

AmeriCorps living stipend of $450-biweekly. An education award of $2,817.14 is earned after a successful term of service. Applicants must be willing to commit to the entire service period.

Application Process

Please send a letter, resume and salary requirements to azadnik@paconserve.org and list PMSC-Bear Run Land Stewardship in the subject line.

To learn more about the Pennsylvania Mountain Service Corps (PMSC) visit https://www.pmsc.org/.

Application Deadline

July 25, 2024

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PMSC AmeriCorps Member – WPC Land Stewardship/Ridgway

Allegheny Regional Office (Ridgway, PA)

The PMSC AmeriCorps member will serve with Western Pennsylvania Conservancy’s Land Stewardship program to support projects that enhance ecological health, restore natural communities, and provide recreational opportunities at various WPC preserves located in the upper Allegheny and W. Branch Susquehanna regions of Pennsylvania.

Job Duties

The member will be responsible for maintenance of hiking trails and backcountry campsites, invasive plant removal, boundary maintenance, and other land management activities, and will assist with conservation easement monitoring and volunteer workdays.

Requirements

  • Academic requirement – Some college with related coursework in natural resource management or a related field. Extensive practical experience may substitute for academic coursework.
  • Experience requirement – Some outdoor work experience required. Trail work and experience with power equipment (chainsaw and weedwhacker) is preferred. Must be able to work independently and in a group setting. Experience using GPS and GIS applications is preferred but not required.
  • Additional comments –Given the rural location and COVID protocols, the member will be required to have a personal vehicle and valid driver’s license.

Physical Requirements

  • Able to lift 50 lbs
  • Ability to spend extended periods of time in excessive heat and potentially inclement weather and stamina to work long hours hiking through rough, steep terrain

Preferred Qualifications

Trail work and experience with power equipment (chainsaw and weedwhacker) is preferred.

Location

This position's primary location(s): Allegheny Regional Office (Ridgway, PA)

Position Duration

November 12, 2024 – August 2, 2025 (675 hours total); the member must attend an orientation meeting on November 8, 2024.

Pay

AmeriCorps living stipend of $450-biweekly. An education award of $2,817.14 is earned after a successful term of service. Applicants must be willing to commit to the entire service period.

Application Process

Please send a letter, resume and salary requirements to azadnik@paconserve.org and list PMSC-Ridgway Land Stewardship in the subject line.

To learn more about the Pennsylvania Mountain Service Corps (PMSC) visit https://www.pmsc.org/.

Application Deadline

July 25, 2024

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Museum Store Retail Sales Associate – Full Time

Fallingwater (Mill Run, PA)

Fallingwater, a property entrusted to the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy and designated as a National Historic Landmark and inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is seeking a full-time Museum Store Retail Sales Associate. The function of this position is to assist in the day-to-day operations of the Museum Store, with a focus on selling merchandise and providing excellent customer service.

As an iconic museum destination with an international audience, Fallingwater offers its visitors an unparalleled experience and upholds the highest industry standards in customer service and hospitality.

Job Duties

  • Assist senior staff in daily cash receipts/closing report and item reports.
  • Assist in opening and closing procedures, including cash handling and balancing register at the end of the day.
  • Assist in the proper handling of inventory, and take steps to prevent damage.
  • Serve and assist customers with purchases.
  • Provide exceptional customer service.
  • Restock inventory in Store; inform senior staff when product is low.
  • Assist with end-of-year inventory count.
  • Incorporate WPC’s constituent-focused customer service values in work habits and interaction with others.
  • Encourage visitors to become members. Sell WPC memberships in Museum Store.
  • Support the Conservancy’s cost containment and fundraising efforts and needs, as applicable.
  • Clean the Museum Store and maintain its appearance daily.
  • Perform additional duties and responsibilities as needed.

Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Lift up to 30 lbs. consistently, and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
  • Climb step stools and ladders.
  • Reach overhead, stretch and bend over to access and store stock.
  • Stand for long periods of time (at least three hours).

Qualifications

  • At least two years of retail sales experience is required. Relevant sales experience in a gift store, boutique or home décor environment is desirable.
  • Professional customer service skills and ability to communicate effectively are required.
  • Must demonstrate a professional and positive attitude especially when communicating with customers, fellow co-workers and management team.
  • Must be familiar with computerized Point of Sales systems and possess applicable computer skills.
  • Experience with cash handling is strongly preferred.
  • Flexibility with schedule, hours and ability to work weekends and holidays are required.
  • Ability to meet all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Location

This position's primary location(s): Fallingwater (Mill Run, PA)

Position Duration

This is a full-time, seasonal position with benefits.

Pay

We offer a competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package. The starting range for this position is $16.88-18.80/hour.

Application Process

Please send a letter, resume and salary requirements to wpcjobs@paconserve.org and list FT Museum Store Retail Sales Associate in the subject line.

Application Deadline

Until filled

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The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age.

The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy is fully committed to diversity and inclusion. We seek contributors from all backgrounds to join our team. Read our equal opportunity employer statement.